605: Up Next

With so many events taking place in South Dakota, we understand how it can be overwhelming to remember them all. We’ve decided to highlight our favorite things happening week by week, focusing on unique, fun, and creative events across the state.

SIOUX EMPIRE FAIR

August 3-11. W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds, Sioux Falls. Times vary. Known as one of the biggest events to grace the Sioux Empire, this year’s fair will include performances from Josh turner, Trace Adkins, Hairball, and Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias. If great live music isn’t your thing, you can take a chance at carnival games, rides, or even check out the arts center. More info: siouxempirefair.com.

STURGIS MOTORCYLE RALLY

August 3-12. Various locations, Sturgis. All day. With an estimated attendance of 500,000 people, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is the largest motorcycle rally in the world. This 10 day event offers specialized rides, a beard and mustache contest, and live music such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner. Don’t miss this state’s biggest annual get-together, motorcycle fanatic or not. More info: sturgismotorcyclerally.com.

WING & BREW FESTIVAL

August 11. Swiftel Center, Brookings. 12 p.m. Brookings brings you a fun-filled day for everyone. Take this chance to try wings from various local vendors, as well as craft beers. Enter your vote into the People’s Choice contest, or take your turn in the wing eating contest. Tickets range from $8 to $15, with the option to buy trying tickets. More info: swiftelcenter.com.

CO-OP BLOCK PARTY 2018

August 11. The Co-op Natural Foods, Sioux Falls. 2 p.m. Head to The Co-op to commemorate the beauty that is locally grown food. Food, drinks, and local vendors will be available for all attendees, creating a welcoming block party that brings community and fresh food together. More info: coopnaturalfoods.com.

[LOVE]2 BRIDAL FAIR

August 12. Main Street Square, Rapid City. 11 a.m. Whether you are planning your own wedding, or someone else’s, you won’t want to miss this. Some of the area’s biggest wedding professionals will be there to present a runway show, giveaways, and more. More info: mainstreetsquarerc.com.